Thinking of franchising?
There’s more than one way to run a beauty business – and maybe franchising could be the way forward for you, explains NBF chief executive, Hilary Hall… Depending on your situation, you can consider becoming a franchisee or a franchisor. Either way, make sure you do your homework and understand…
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Financial points to consider when buying a space for your beauty business
Finance expert, Gary Hemming of ABC Finance, serves up some insight on funding options available to nail salon businesses… During the life of a business, there will naturally be times when additional funding is required. This can be for a number of reasons and is a crucial point in the…
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What to consider when starting out as a mobile nail tech
Does working for yourself and tending to clients in the comfort of their own home tickle your fancy? If so, there are a number of steps to consider before you jump head first into the world of mobile tekking. Firstly, you need to begin deciding what services you will offer…
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Beauty salon owners invited to upskill at Champneys retreat
Beauty business expert, Liz McKeon, has launched The Champneys Mastermind Retreat, a two-day management programme for salon and spa owners set in the relaxing surroundings of Champneys, Henlow. Each attendee will be given time to focus purely on their business, sharing with the group the greatest challenges and frustrations they…
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Why it’s important to charge your worth
In the nail industry, we are fortunate to have such a rewarding career. However, with this in mind it is still important to remember that you, along with your peers, educators and colleagues are all running a business. Remember you’re not a charity, if you want to help people you…
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Salon owners delaying retirement for as long as possible
A new survey by NHF/NBF has found that hair and beauty salon owners without private pensions say they will delay their retirement for as long as possible. Of 400 salon owners surveyed, almost one in six (16%) said their State Pension would be their only pension income during retirement. Half…
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Margaret Dabbs on the challenges business women face
What challenges do you think face women in business today? Margaret Dabbs, foot expert turned founder of a global health and beauty brand, shares her thoughts… What in your view are the biggest challenges facing women seeking to build their own businesses? It is sometimes hard to be taken seriously…
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3 ways to ‘spring clean’ your beauty business to reap rewards
Sharon Sandhu, category manager for nails at Salon Services UK & Ireland, shares ideals to spruce up your nail or beauty business and benefit your bottom line… Spring cleaning doesn’t always mean clearing cobwebs and clutter or updating your interior. Indeed, as the high season draws closer and we enter…
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TGB Insider: How to strike a balance between work & parenthood
The Gel Bottle Inc team offer advice for nail techs in the first in their blog series for Scratch… A work/life/family balance is something most of us pursue in our lives, but never seem to quiet nail down completely. In today’s world, we’re constantly bombarded by social media telling us…
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Top tips for making your nail business stand out
Tammy Koslowski, founder of award-winning NAF! Salon in Glasgow, reveals her advice for making your business stand out from the rest… In any given town, you can bet that there will be multiple beauty salons or mobile technicians, so how can you ensure that you stand out and get a…
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How to strike a balance between work & home life
Make it easy to manage the separation between work and home life with advice from nail artist and educator, JENNY HARRIS… I entered the nail industry shortly after my daughter was born, as I sought work that would be flexible so I could look after her. I completed a diploma…
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How to avoid slipping into bad business habits
Award-winning nailist, Metta Francis, reveals how to boost your spirits and avoid falling into bad habits in your nail business… With January well underway, how are you getting on with any resolutions or good intentions you set for the year? Apparently it takes 21 days to break a habit, and…
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Beauty brands & businesses to be affected by government recycling plans
The NHF/NBF has warned that hair and beauty product manufacturers will be largely affected by the ‘Extender Producer Responsibility’ to be introduced by the government – which could then have an impact on buyers. Following the government’s launch of its Resources and Waste Strategy for England in December (which aims for…
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The importance of a logo for your nail business
Strong logo imagery on your high street shop front can differentiate you from local competition and can help etch your brand in an individual’s mind. For mobile technicians, having your logo on all promotional materials, business cards and social media will help to build a brand, helping clients to recognise…
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A morning with the British Beauty Council
I was invited to the launch of the British Beauty Council earlier this week. This change-maker breakfast was hosted in the Gallery & Loft, Mortimer House, London to an assembly of beauty influencers and beauty media figureheads. It was followed by a lively debate and discussion on the nature of this new council and its directives,…
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